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*sigh* My 16-year old sister was just killed for hanging out in this same exact scenario. Her friends were supposed 'Goths'. They all got blind drunk and high one night, and the 'adult' - a 19-year old, tried to drive them home. He was driving recklessly, and the kids demanded to get out. He pulled over, my sister yelled at him that he shouldn't be driving, opened the door, and he took off. The door and her head were slammed into a pole, and she was thrown under the car.
You want to help your friend? Make her uncomfortable. Tell her what can happen. You need visual aids? Google "Jessica Easter" in the news portion, and let her see what happens. I was drinking alot when I was young. My best friend was killed when I was 14. I never drank like that again. Sometimes it takes a dose of reality to wake up from what seems like a fun, glorious dream.
You are an absolute doll, and very smart. I commend you for your courage and will to help your friend. The sad reality is, you may not be able to change her mind. But try, and know that if the chips fall, she will need your support again. All you can do is offer her advice, back it up with facts, and hope that she never has to find out exactly what can happen the hard way.
~L
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